Program Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $20.00-$21.00 per hour

POSITION TITLE : Foster Grandparent Program Coordinator

REPORTS TO : FGP / SCP Program Manager

FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt

TIME COMMITMENT : Full Time 40 hours per week

SALARY : $20.00-$21.00 per hour, depending on experience and education

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

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POSITION SUMMARY : Under the supervision of the FGP / SCP Program Manager, position is responsible for the quality assurance and direct program related activities and services provided by the Foster Grandparents and Senior Companion Volunteers in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

AGENCY CULTURE :

The business and social environment we operate in has changed. What worked yesterday may not work today and will likely not work tomorrow. To thrive, we must incorporate new ways of thinking and embrace new practices. As part of our individual and agency cultural change process, it is critical that all employees of Catholic Charities aspire to the following :

A commitment to the agencys mission, vision, and values;

A commitment to excellence in everything we do;

A commitment to excel at performance and quality improvement;

A commitment to outcomes and measured results;

A commitment to innovation and to what is possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Value the volunteers at all levels of the organization through staff interaction, supervision and community support

Recruit, screen and select potential volunteers through federal eligibility requirements

Co-facilitates 20 hours of program / agency orientation and training for new volunteers

Conducts community outreach and presentations and assist with the development of recruitment plans and marketing strategies targeting seniors who are on a fixed income

Conducts regularly scheduled volunteer station meetings for San Diego

Monitors individual projects for appropriate service delivery and quality assurance

Facilitates and schedules direct contacts and supervision meetings with volunteers and site supervisors as required or needed

Supervises program component for up to 75 volunteers in partnership with Foster Grandparent Host Sites

Promote shared vision, values and commitment to service by including the volunteers in the development and implementation of assigned service-related activities

Ensures program integrity, quality assurance and high standards for San Diego and Imperial Valley service areas through the supervision and management of program files assuring required documentation is complete and well maintained, and conduct on-going reviews of assigned program components to further ensure compliance and quality assurance

Responsible for monthly utilization reports of volunteer service hours, unduplicated volunteer and client numbers, and categories of service as required by agency Executive Director and funding sources

Through specialized program software and database, manage and provide statistical program reports and provide Director with analysis of performance outcomes on a quarterly basis

Provides assistance regarding program development, as needed

Keeps supervisor apprised of program and / or volunteer issues, community and partner feedback and trends related to the program

Coordinates with other program and is comfortable working in a flexible environment

Is familiar and adheres to all agency policies and procedures and the Corporation for National and Community Services (funder) project regulations

Ability to embrace the mission and values of the Catholic Charities

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university; or Associates Degree plus two years related experience and / or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating policy and procedure manuals and contracts. Ability to generate and write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before large groups and / or employees of an organization. Preference : Bilingual English / Spanish

Working knowledge with generating and writing routine reports

Experience working with programs serving older adults preferred

Above standard computer literacy in Microsoft Office and other program related software

Knowledge and familiarity with social media tools, including website

Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail

Ability to analyze data to identify trends

Possess valid drivers license and vehicle in order to drive to locations throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY :

Provide supervision and oversight of payroll for volunteer stipends and transportation reimbursement for program volunteers serving the two-county area

Physical Requirements :

Ability to stand for up to 2 hours during presentations.

Occasionally may be required to lift items up to 10 pounds to a height up to 3 feet.

Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego is a diverse, all-inclusive service organization and employer. We do not discriminate against any candidates on the basis of : race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, gender and / or gender reassignment status, age, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and / or maternity, marriage and / or civil union status, or any other legally protected characteristics.